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New Zealand vs South Africa 1st T20I – Match Result
Updated：South Africa Won by 7 wickets.
| New Zealand | South Africa |
| 91 | 93/3(16.4) |
South Africa’s new-look side made an immediate impression in their T20I win over New Zealand, highlighted by a standout debut from 19-year-old quick Nqobani Mokoena and the return of Gerald Coetzee after another injury setback. Mokoena recovered from a shaky start to finish with 3 for 26 and earn Player of the Match, showing composure well beyond his experience as he adjusted his pace and used the conditions smartly. Coetzee also struck early with two wickets and maintained tight control throughout his spell, marking a strong comeback after months on the sidelines. Together, the pair showcased both the promise of South Africa’s next generation and the resilience of players fighting their way back into the international arena.
South Africa make a strong opening statement with a comprehensive win in the first T20I against hosts New Zealand 💪
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— ICC (@ICC) March 15, 2026
New Zealand vs South Africa 1st T20I – Match Details
| Match Name | New Zealand vs South Africa 1st T20I |
| Match Date | 2026/03/15 |
| Match Time | 11:45 AM IST |
| Competing Teams | New Zealand vs South Africa |
| Venue | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui |
New Zealand vs South Africa 1st T20I – Predicted XI
| New Zealand’s XI | South Africa’s XI |
| Devon Conway | Quinton de Kock |
| Finn Allen | Reeza Hendricks |
| Rachin Ravindra | Aiden Markram |
| Daryl Mitchell | Rassie van der Dussen |
| Glenn Phillips | Heinrich Klaasen |
| Mark Chapman | David Miller |
| Mitchell Santner | Marco Jansen |
| Ish Sodhi | Keshav Maharaj |
| Adam Milne | Tabraiz Shamsi |
| Lockie Ferguson | Kagiso Rabada |
| Matt Henry | Anrich Nortje |
